Senior Automation Engineer

5 days ago

Peoria, Illinois, United States Natural Fiber Welding Full time
About NFW

Natural Fiber Welding (NFW) is a pioneering company that is revolutionizing the way materials are made. Our mission is to create a circular economy where all materials are nutrients, ready for the next growth cycle. We believe that every material should start and end as a nutrient, and we're working towards making this a reality.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

We're seeking an experienced Industrial Automation Engineer to join our growing engineering team. As a key contributor to the success of implementing NFW's next generation of Clarus® and Mirum® production machinery, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing electrical and pneumatic control systems. Your expertise will help us to create high-performance, plastic-free materials that can be recycled.

Responsibilities
  • Design and implement electrical and pneumatic control systems for the next generation of yarn/fabric (Clarus®) and plant-based leather (Mirum®) production machinery.
  • Design machine and facility PLC and HMI code for the purpose of automation and data collection.
  • Setup and execute controls and automation tests as needed.
  • Commission and debug both systems and code on newly developed machinery or processes.
  • Write control system operation and maintenance manuals for in-house designs or customizations on existing equipment.
  • Directly discuss problems with operators and production managers to identify and develop labor-saving or product improving automation solutions.
  • Discuss projects with key stakeholders to establish underlying budget, scope, and timeline requirements.
  • Provide project cost and labor estimates prior to start of work for project evaluation.
  • Occasionally troubleshoot production problems related to machine automation.
  • Support in the maintenance of NFW's equipment as required/needed.
  • Encourage safe work practices and apply appropriate lock-out procedures.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering is preferred, but not required.
  • 8+ years industry experience in controls design and commissioning with no less than 1 year continuous experience in controls development.
  • Experience with PLC control panel design, documentation, and construction.
  • Familiarity with established electrical wiring and control practices (NFPA-70 / NEC, NFPA-79, NFPA-70E).
  • Familiarity with industrial machine safeguarding, including NFPA 79 and ANSI B11.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply established codes related to design (NFPA, OSHA, ASME)
  • Able to select appropriate industrial sensors and instrumentation (e.g. level control, inductive proximity sensors, pressure transducers) and actuators (e.g. pneumatic solenoids, pistons, motors)
  • Familiarity with 2D design software (AutoCAD Electrical preferred)
  • Ability to produce electrical schematics for both in-house fabricators and outside manufacturers.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with industrial scale factory automation projects.
  • Familiarity with basic hand and power tools.
  • Ability to implement and program programmable logic controllers (Allen Bradley CompactLogix, Siemens S7-1200) and HMIs; Allen Bradley Panel View and Siemens Simatic.
  • Ability to design on rapid, fast-to-failure, iterative development cycles in a research and pilot-scale production environment.
  • Prior experience from a machine or automation builder is preferred
Work Environment

Primarily operates in office and manufacturing environments. Much of the work is performed in a shop environment where it may be loud, dusty, hot or cold. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. Regularly required to use personal protective equipment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Company is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team in which members of all backgrounds can contribute and thrive. In compliance with state and federal law, the Company does not discriminate in employment or administration of its programs and policies on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. Our policy reflects and affirms the Company's commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all unlawful discriminatory practices.

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